Withania somnifera, wondering what that is? In simpler and more recognized terms it is known as Ashwagandha (Indian ginseng), one of the most powerful Ayurvedic adaptogenic herbs. Adaptogen herbs help bring about a balance in your body. It is one of the key aspects of phytotherapy, which uses plants for its healing abilities. Plants that […]
Yarrow Essential Oil Uses and Benefits Essential oils are creating a ripple in the beauty world; and what’s more, they come minus the harmful chemical additives that have a lot of side effects, which you could easily do without. Yes, essential oils such as yarrow essential oils are incredibly effective. You can also grow them […]
Have you ever heard of tonsil stones or suffered from them? It does sound very scary but it is actually harmless and can be cured easily. So, what are tonsil stones and how to get rid of them? Tonsil stones, also known as tonsilloliths or tonsilliths, result from accumulation of bacteria and debris in the […]
What binds 134 million Indians? Well, it is not what you think; it is, in fact, chronic sinus infection. The symptoms of which start from debilitating headaches, fever, and nasal congestion and obstruction. The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases’ (NIAID) has come out with the startling revelation that one in eight Indians suffer […]
A Strep throat is an inflammation-causing disease caused by streptococcal bacteria. This leads to inflamed mucous membrane linings at the back of the throat and the tonsils. The strep throat condition usually affects school-going children, and a quick diagnosis can avoid any potential complication. Any kind of throat infection is annoying and painful. It reminds […]
This content has been Medically reviewed by Dr. Surya Kedara, MBBS – General Physician Hepatitis, cirrhosis, fatty liver, liver abscess (collection of pus), liver tumors, and so on. Wondering what these are? They’re nothing but diseases of the liver which start with minor symptoms of liver problems and go on to reach chronic levels. The […]
“I want to pee but I cannot” – Does this seem like I am describing your state when you have the oh-so-dreaded Urinary Tract Infection? Has this too become your monthly companion like Aunt Flo? Well, while you better embrace your menstrual cycles with an open heart, let me tell you that you don’t have […]
We’ve heard a million times about bacterial, fungal, and viral infections, haven’t we? They appear ugly and feel painful. Vaginal thrush is no different. No wonder microbes are unanimously hated, and we do everything we can to destroy their existence. But just to look at it from a different viewpoint, have you ever realized that […]